Survival or Growth: Issues Affecting the Future Direction of the Orientation and Mobility Profession.

Hill, Everett W.

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ERIC Number: EJ452286

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1990

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Survival or Growth: Issues Affecting the Future Direction of the Orientation and Mobility Profession.

Hill, Everett W.

Peabody Journal of Education, v67 n2 p144-59 Win 1990

Describes issues in the field of orientation and mobility (O&M) for individuals with visual impairments, noting their impact on O&M's future directions. The article examines historical perspectives and trends in O&M demographics and personnel preparation. It discusses issues regarding needs of practitioners serving diverse populations and concerns regarding professional growth. (SM)

Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Multiple Disabilities, Older Adults, Orientation, Preschool Education, Preservice Teacher Education, Professional Development, Teacher Supply and Demand, Visual Impairments, Visually Handicapped Mobility

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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